For lovers of secrets and mysteries, I offer a trip to the ancient city of Tomar
Our journey begins with a sightseeing tour of the city of Tomar.< /strong>
We will go to the churches of Santa Maria (XII century) and John the Baptist (XV century).
Then we will visit the Monastery of the Order of Christ, which rises above city.
Construction began in 1160. Over the centuries, the monastery complex was completed, until the 18th century. Tomar wasthe headquarters of the Knights Templarin Portugal for almost 700 years.
The Knights Templar are best known from books and films. But there is much more to learn about these legendary medieval warrior monks and their history. The presence of the Templars on Portuguese soil is intertwined with the history of Portugal itself.
Military order helped Afonso Henriques, the first king of Lusitania, expand his kingdom, driving out the Moors and strengthening the borders of what was to be called Portugal. The more they assisted in the conquests, the more they were endowed with the privileges and wealth of the first Portuguese sovereign kings.
The Castle and Convent of Christis a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
< strong>On the way we will visit the Castle of Santa Maria of the 11th century.
We can complement the excursion with a visit to the castleAlmurol.
It is built on granite a hill 18 m high, which is a small island of the Tagus River. It is an example of military architecture from the 12th century. The castle combines the mysticism and romance of that time.
Languages of the tour
- Russian
Information
Order cancellation conditions:
If a tourist cancels an excursion in less than 3 days, the penalty is 100%
Important:
Departure from Porto
It is possible to go on an excursionin a group of 4-6 peoplefor details please contact us by email.
We recommend:bring comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes with you on the excursion.< /p>